Black ribbons emerge as alternative way to mourn King Bhumibol

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Black ribbons emerge as alternative way to mourn King Bhumibol

By Teeranai Charuvastra, Staff Reporter -

Volunteers at Thammasat University’s Tha Prachan campus on Sunday make black ribbons to be given away for free in the Sanam Luang.

BANGKOK — The government on Sunday announced that wearing a small black ribbon is an acceptable way to mourn His Majesty the Late King in lieu of black clothing.

The announcement followed reports of hardline mourners harassing those not wearing black to show respect for King Bhumibol, who died at 88 on Thursday, launching the Kingdom into a year of national mourning. The authorities also said they’re looking into complaints of price-gouging that supposedly prevented many from affording black apparel.

Full story: http://www.khaosodenglish.com/life/fashion/2016/10/17/black-ribbons-emerge-alternative-way-mourn-king-bhumibol/

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